ADRIA, a French Agro Industry Technical Institute (ITAI) , is a leading research centre in food safety and quality. Founded in the 70's, the Institute is located in Bretagne, an important food production area in France and the first region concerning food-processingand the certification of businesses. Our intention remains to strengthen the food industry profitability, within and beyond the region through our expertises, and thus to contribute to innovation added-values by creating new activities and employments. Today, we operate as an international recognised team. ADRIA is an independent and non-profit organisation. ADRIA R&D activities are financed by regional, national and European public funding and private contract. Its R&D activities are supported by the French Minsitry of Agriculture.